Get a fresh perspective and real results by partnering with BCIT’s renowned School of Computing and Academic Studies this fall. Known for producing graduates with cutting-edge, job-ready IT skills, BCIT’s students are eager to dive into real-world challenges. Through the BCIT Industry Sponsored Student Projects program (ISSP) program, you can leverage the talent of motivated students […]
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Let BCIT’s Computing Students Tackle Your Tech Challenges
Have an IT challenge? Put Computing students to work for you this fall. BCIT’s School of Computing and Academic Studies has a long-standing reputation for producing graduates with job-ready skills for the IT industry. The BCIT Industry Sponsored Student Projects program (ISSP) provides students with real-life experience by working on IT or software development projects directly from […]
BCIT Announces $33 Million in Funding for New Trades and Technology Complex
This week, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) announced a milestone of $33 million in funding towards a new state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Complex. The Trades and Technology Complex will increase access for students pursuing a trades and technology education and career, which will help the Province of BC meet the demand for an estimated 85,000 […]
Mastercard and BCIT Forge Partnership to Advance Cybersecurity and AI Research for Digital Trust
Today, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Mastercard announced a partnership that will provide critical funding assistance for students in the School of Computing & Academic Studies, as well as advance research in cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI), focused on digital trust. “BCIT is a post-secondary leader in delivering applied, hands-on education that […]
BCIT Launches Mass-Timber Training Hub to Strengthen Canada’s Bioeconomy
Being energy-efficient, having inherent fire resistance, and with an ability to sequester carbon dioxide, mass-timber has revolutionized Canada’s construction industry. Mass-timber will help shape the future of low-carbon construction while helping to develop and strengthen Canada’s bioeconomy by using innovative products and designs to build a more sustainable building sector. People looking to excel in […]
Let BCIT’s Computing Students Tackle Your Tech Challenges
Have an IT challenge? Put Computing students to work for you in April & May. BCIT’s School of Computing and Academic Studies has a long-standing reputation for producing graduates with job-ready skills for the IT industry. The BCIT Industry Sponsored Student Projects program (ISSP) provides students with real-life experience by working on IT or software development projects […]
Canada Invests $15 Million in BCIT to Advance Innovation
The Government of Canada is targeting “hot spots of innovation and growth in British Columbia,” including bio-tech and aerospace. With over 200 companies, British Columbia has one of the largest aerospace clusters in Canada. However, the industry is facing labour shortages. The Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada wants to see this figure grow further, […]
BCIT Opens Tech Collider Space At Downtown Campus
The British Columbia Institute of Technology’s (BCIT) has opened the Tech Collider at their downtown campus. With a focus on supporting B.C.’s vibrant technology sector, the multi-purpose learning centre and collaboration space will connect students and industry to solve real-world challenges. “British Columbia has one of the fastest-growing tech sectors in Canada,” said Selina Robinson, […]
BCIT and Teck Open Copper Innovation Hub
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is now home to the new Teck Copper Innovation Hub. Made possible by a $1.75 million donation from Teck, the facility will enable BCIT researchers and students to research and test the use of antimicrobial copper in a range of healthcare devices, including prosthetics and orthotics. Copper has unique […]
BCIT Industrial Cybersecurity Program Doubles Intake to Address Tech Talent Shortage
The British Columbia Institute of Technology and Cisco Canada have partnered on the Industrial Network Cybersecurity Lab to address the global demand for cybersecurity talent. As Canadian organizations face risk from cyber threats, a recent study from Cisco and Angus Reid shows that 36% of Canadian organizations lack the talent to properly invest in cybersecurity […]